Information on Open Adoption
Welcome to Adoption Australia. The following is a little more information on what is involved.

Open adoption is where the child has direct contact with its birth parent/s. The level of contact is decided by the birth and adoptive parents, usually during the adoption process. This can be as little as the child knowing who its parents are and having information on them, through to letters, emails, phone calls and visits. If you are wanting to adopt you will need:

Detailed information on the adoption process in your state
To know what to do to meet the eligibility criteria of your local state adoption department
Information on inter-country (overseas) adoption
Details on the eligibility criteria from other countries
Information on international law and how this effects inter-country adoptions
Information on which countries are open to adoptions by Australian families
Information on estimated costs and fees
Contact details for agencies, support groups and non-governmental organisation
Information about what other option you may have
information single parents or gay and lesbian couples
When you or your family have made the decision that you want to adopt a child into your lives, where to take the next step and understanding the processes involved can be overwhelming. Adoption Australia can provide you with accurate advice and assistance on the adoption process. Our staff are able to provide you with the help and assistance you need, whether you wish to adopt a child from within Australia or from overseas.
Parenting an adopted child is a rewarding and life changing experience, much like parenting a biological child. Adoption, however, is a different process that has started for you and your adopted child well before you have even met

If you have any questions on Open Adoption or about other issues involved with adoption, please fill in the form on our services page.